‘Single’s Inferno’ Season 5 teases sexiest pool scenes yet

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Netflix’s hit Korean dating show “Single’s Inferno” is promising its hottest season yet — and even the man who once went viral for his own legendary pool scene is conceding he has been topped.

At a production showcase held Wednesday in Seoul, the creators and panelists of “Single’s Inferno” Season 5 teased what they described as the most explosive pool scenes in the show’s history. The event brought together producers Kim Jae-won and Park Soo-ji along with celebrity panelists Hong Jin-kyung, Lee Da-hee, Super Junior’s Kyuhyun, rapper Hanhae and Dex, the breakout star from Season 2.

The creators and panelists of “Single’s Inferno” Season 5 pose at a production showcase held in Seoul, Wednesday. Xportsnews

“Single’s Inferno” is a reality dating series in which singles are stranded on a remote island called “Inferno,” where they must form romantic connections in order to leave. The show has become one of Netflix’s most-watched Korean reality franchises, fueled by viral moments, social media obsession and contestants who frequently become overnight celebrities.

Kyuhyun said the Season 5 cast is far less guarded than in previous seasons. “On dating shows, people usually try to manage their image, but this time the contestants were shockingly honest and expressive in front of the camera,” he said. “And you really have to talk about the pool scenes. They are the sexiest we have ever had. Every time the pool appears, viewers should be ready. We might see several new stars born.”

Dex, whose own pool scene in Season 2 turned him into one of Korea’s most recognizable reality show personalities, agreed that Season 5 has raised the bar.

“There is a pool scene in Season 5 that completely beats mine,” Dex said. “When people think of ‘Single’s Inferno’ pool scenes now, it might not be Dex and Seul-ki from Season 2 anymore, but Season 5 instead.”

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Asked how it feels to have his signature moment surpassed, Dex laughed. “It did not just get passed on, it was completely beaten. I can accept it. I will happily step aside.”

Dex also said he believes Season 5 may be the strongest installment yet. “Even though I was in Season 2, I honestly think Season 5 is more fun,” he said. “When a show runs this long, characters can become predictable, but the producers somehow keep finding new personalities. It made me think they could go straight into Season 6.”

Producer Kim Jae-won added that a major twist in the first week will shake up the entire season. “There is a truth game early on, and this time everyone must answer every question. It caused chaos, and the impact lasts until the final day,” Kim said.

“Single’s Inferno” Season 5 will be released globally on Netflix on Tuesday

This article from Xportsnews is adapted by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.